I’m saddened by death of military officers in NAF helicopter crash: Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, expressed sadness over the loss of officers and soldiers in Monday’s helicopter crash in Niger.
The crash, in which the officers and men died, occurred in the Chukuba village near Shiroro.
“While we mourn their untimely departure, we will forever remember them, not just as servicemen, but as heroes who gave their all for the peace and security of our country.
“They will always be remembered as courageous men who ensured that their fellow countrymen and women live in peace,’’ the president said.
Mr Tinubu saluted the deceased’s sacrifices, devotion and loyalty to the nation, saying, “It is the nation they loved and served to the end.
“I extend my condolences to their families and to the entire Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.’’
The president also prayed to God to grant eternal rest to the deceased.
(NAN)
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